Head to head
Mecalac 9MDX vs Merlo TF42.7
The Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,485kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo TF42.7 is the bigger machine by 2,485kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac 9MDX | Merlo TF42.7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 5315 kg (11718 lb) to 5715 kg (12600 lb) | 7800 kg |
| Engine power | 55,4 kW (74 hp) | 85,9 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Payload | 9000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Load capacity | - | 4200 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 7 m |
Sources: Mecalac 9MDX, Merlo TF42.7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 9MDX if...
A 9 tonne dumper with a fully enclosed ROPS/FOPS cab for bulk earthmoving, civils and road works on UK sites. Available with front tip or swivel skip.
Full 9MDX specifications →Buy or hire the TF42.7 if...
- you want one that has 305kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 2,485kg
A medium-capacity telehandler for heavier lifting on construction, agricultural and industrial sites where a 4.2 tonne capacity is needed at moderate height.
Full TF42.7 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac 9MDX and the Merlo TF42.7?
The Merlo TF42.7 has 305kW more power and is the bigger machine by 2,485kg. The Mecalac 9MDX is a 9 tonne cabbed site dumper; the Merlo TF42.7 is a 4.2 tonne telehandler.
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